Lead Technician

TES Group; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in power and water solutions is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Technician in Cookstown. The role involves managing a Testing & Inspection team, overseeing testing activities, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have significant experience in Testing & Inspection, strong leadership skills, and a relevant certification. The position offers a competitive salary and various benefits including private medical insurance and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Death in service Plan – x3 times Gross Salary

Private Medical Insurance – option to add Family

30 days Annual Leave

Training days and courses

Employee engagement events

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in Testing & Inspection, preferably within the water or wastewater industries.
• Experience supervising or mentoring technical teams.
• Ability to work independently under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Testing & Inspection Technicians.
• Conduct testing and commissioning of control panels.
• Liaise with clients to resolve technical queries.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Electrical fault diagnosis

Communication skills

Time-management abilities

Computer applications proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

2395 or equivalent Testing & Inspection Certification

Tools

Excel

Database systems

Job description

TES Water

TES Group is an award‑winning provider of innovative, technology‑driven solutions for the power and water sectors. We create bespoke, flexible systems that transform critical infrastructure for clients worldwide. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Lead Technician to oversee our Testing & Inspection team.

Senior Lead Technician

Location: Cookstown HQ
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Testing & Inspection Technicians
• Oversee and perform the testing and commissioning of all control panels (in‑house and on‑site)
• Coordinate and conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) activities
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve technical queries and ensure satisfaction
• Collaborate with Contracts Managers to align testing operations with project requirements and timelines
• Conduct electrical fault‑finding and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Oversee NIC/EIC testing procedures
• Uphold compliance with all ISO Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety standards
• Mentor and train junior technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Provide regular reporting and documentation on testing activities

Essential Criteria

• 2395 or equivalent Testing & Inspection Certification
• Significant hands‑on experience in Testing & Inspection, preferably within the water, wastewater, or process engineering industries
• Strong leadership capabilities with previous experience supervising or mentoring technical teams
• Proficient in electrical fault diagnosis and technical problem‑solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities
• Proficient with computer applications including Excel and database systems
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently under pressure
• Full Driving licence
• Exposure to ACC docs, BIM360 or similar platforms would be advantageous

What We Offer

• Death in service Plan – x3 times Gross Salary
• Private Medical Insurance – option to add Family
• 30 days Annual Leave
• Training days and courses if required, in line with business needs
• Employee engagement events

Closing Date: 17th December 2025 5pm